A jewel of sixteenth-century military architecture, theMedici Fortressof Arezzo stands on the hill of San Donato.

Aterrace overlooking the city, Pratomagno and Alpe di Catenaia. Different historical eras speak to each other in this exceptional lookout point, home of theHoleForEtruscans and Romans. The first fortified citadel was built here between the 9th and 11th centuries. The remains of the majesticChurch of San Donato in Cremona. Porta Sant'Angelo is all that remains of the ancientKeepcommissioned in the fourteenth century by the bishop countGuido Tarlati.

Star plant, suitable for the hill, and five bastions. The current fortress was designed byAntonio da Sangallo the Younger, the architect of the Fortezza da Basso in Florence. At the time the Grand Duke of TuscanyCosimo I de' Medicialso ruled over Arezzo. Palaces, churches and towers near the work area were demolished. In this way the Florentines, barricading themselves in the Fortress, could more easily quell any possible attacks with artillery fire.revolts of the rebel Arezzo people. To fill that void was bornThe Meadow, the splendid park that hosts the Antiques Fair, every first weekend of the month.

TheBastion of the Spina, triangular and pointed, looks towards the city. It is the only one not to have the heart shape, typical of the Medici defensive structures. A wide moat surrounded the complex, which could be accessed from three doors. A stone guardian and a treasure chest of archaeological treasures, today the Fortress is aplace of culture and relaxation. Location ofart exhibitions and eventsand goal ofwalks with breathtaking viewson Casentino. A silent and suggestive gem, on the roof of Arezzo.